2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 134 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Solstice | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |